Srila Prabhupada Ashraya Enrollment

After practicing at the level of a Gaura Sadhaka for some time the experience of bhakti and the study of Srila Prabhupada’s teachings will inspire you to fully adopt the practices and commitments of a dedicated shiksa (student) disciple of Srila Prabhupada and commit your life to this path. At this point once coming to the standards listed here you have entered the stage of full shelter of Srila Prabhupada as your shiksha guru. This stage is called Srila Prabhupada Ashraya

CDM Standards

To be dedicated to taking divine shelter of Srila Prabhupada by following the principles of Krishna Consciousness. 
To practice Krishna Consciousness with strong conviction. 
To chant a minimum of sixteen rounds of the Hare Krishna Maha-mantra every day. 
To strictly refrain from meat eating (including fish, egg, onion and garlic), intoxication (including coffee and tea), gambling, illicit sex and activities detrimental to progress in devotional service 
To be familiar in the basics of Krishna conscious philosophy by reading the books of Srila Prabhupada systematically and is actively engaged in sharing Krishna Conscious principles (according to his/her capacity) to others 
To do some responsible service (however simple it may be), on a regular basis. 
To rise early in the morning and follow a program similar to the temple as far as possible.  
To attend at least one Srimad Bhagavatam/Srimad Bhagavad-Gita class every week.

Spanish

12 rounds
Read Big Books
Principle of Non-Violence Ahimsa, No Encouragement, No Unlawful Relationships, No Gambling
Course: sadhana bhakti

Take prasad and follow the ekadasis
Altar Photos & Minimal Worship

Japa

At least 16 rounds of japa mala every day (Preferably in the mornings).

Sankalpa (Committment)

In addition to drugs and alcohol, to abstain from all forms of stimulants including caffeine (coffee, tea etc.), and nicotine (tobacco, vaping, etc.)

Svadhyaya

Srimad Bhagavatam – 1^st canto
Sri Isopanisad
Srila Prabhupada Lilamrita

Courses:

Growing Bhakti Course – Level 2

Sanga

Attend at least 4 Gaura Sadhaka meetings
Enroll in a Prabhupadanuga Group
Attend Srimad Bhagavatam class at least once a week

Archana

Rise early and perform a daily morning program including some participation in arati or puja

Seva

Regularly engage in responsible service in sharing bhakti with others

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